Artifacts and memorabilia chronicle the area's historic cotton industry.
Learn about the planting, growing, ginning, baling, spinning and weaving of
cotton. Other exhibits feature county celebrities such as White Sox baseball
pitcher Monty Stratton and Voyager copilot Jeana Yeager. Mementos of Audie
Murphy, the nation's most-decorated soldier of World War II and an area native,
include medals, uniforms, photos and a statue. The historic Ende-Gaillard House,
the oldest house in the city, is on the museum grounds. Tours of the
Greek-Revival-style structure are offered by appointment. Open 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tue.–Sat. Admission charge. 600 I-30 E. 903/450-4502. www.cottonmuseum.com.
City: Greenville
Region: Prairies and Lakes
With so many amazing things to do in Texas, there’s not enough room to feature them all. So check out some popular attractions to see just how much fun your Texas vacation can be.
Palo Duro Canyon State Park
City: Canyon
Region: Panhandle Plains
Lakes near Dallas
City: Dallas
Region: Prairies and Lakes
Lake Conroe Park
City: Conroe
Region: Piney Woods
Galveston Island Beach
City: Galveston
Region: Gulf Coast
Lakes near San Antonio
City: San Antonio
Region: South Texas Plains
Devil’s Backbone
City: Wimberley
Region: Hill Country
Balmorhea State Park
City: Balmorhea
Region: Big Bend Country
